How to replace 1993 ford taurus ignition lock cylinder

Here's a Autozone repair guide link on ignition lock cylinder. Repair Guides Instruments Switches Ignition Lock Cylinder AutoZone com

Remove the panel from the drivers side to expose the steering column. There should be two torx screws holding it in place. Remove the screws and pull down, remove the wiring harness and take to your local parts distributor. Don't forget to disconnect the battery prior to starting and electrical project.

To troubleshoot these issue, for ignition switch replacing procedure:---
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IGNITION SWITCH REPLACING

It depends on vehicle to vehicle. But it's not very difficult on mot of cars to replace ignition switch. Basic theory of replacing ignition switch is same for all car models. -----

To replace ignition switch on your vehicle, I suggest you few helplinks with proper ignition switch replacing procedure. View its details and you can replace ignition switch on your vehicle.

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How to remove ignition switch on VW Car models?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-remove-ignition-switch-on-vw-car.html

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How to replace Ignition Lock Cylinder on Acura Car Models?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2011/11/how-to-replace-ignition-lock-cylinder.html

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Ford Taurus: Ignition Switch & Steering Column Replacing?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-taurus-ignition-switch-steering.html

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How to replace Ignition Switch on Acura Car Models?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2011/11/how-to-replace-ignition-switch-on-acura.html

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How to Replace Ignition Switch on Chevrolet Caprice Classic?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-replace-ignition-switch-on.html

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1995 Ford Taurus: Ignition switch not turning OFF?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.in/2012/06/1995-ford-taurus-ignition-switch-not.html

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Ignition Switch Will Not Turn Off?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/04/ignition-switch-will-not-turn-off.html

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These will help.

Thanks.

It depends on vehicle to vehicle.But its not very diffult on mot of cars to replace ignition switch.Basic theory of replacing ignition switch is same for all car models.:-----
To replace ignition switch on your vehicle,i suggest you few helplinks with proper ignition switch replacing procedure. View its details and you can replace ignition switch on your vehicle.-------------Click the link below :----------------

How to remove ignition switch on VW Car models?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-remove-ignition-switch-on-vw-car.html

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How to replace Ignition Lock Cylinder on Acura Car Models?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2011/11/how-to-replace-ignition-lock-cylinder.html

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Ford Taurus: Ignition Switch & Steering Column Replacing?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.in/2012/06/ford-taurus-ignition-switch-steering.html

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How to replace Ignition Switch on Acura Car Models?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2011/11/how-to-replace-ignition-switch-on-acura.html

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How to Replace Ignition Switch on Chevrolet Caprice Classic?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-replace-ignition-switch-on.html

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1995 Ford Taurus: Ignition switch not turning OFF? http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.in/2012/06/1995-ford-taurus-ignition-switch-not.html
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Ignition Switch Will Not Turn Off? http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/04/ignition-switch-will-not-turn-off.html
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These will help.
Thanks.

Ignition Lock Cylinder REMOVAL & INSTALLATION Functional Lock The following procedure applies to vehicles that have functional lock cylinders. Such cylinders either have a key available or known key numbers from which a key can be made.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Turn the lock cylinder key to the RUN position.
3. Using a 1?8 in. (3mm) diameter wire pin or a small drift, depress the lock cylinder retaining pin through the access hole in the upper steering column shroud (under the ignition lock cylinder) while pulling out on the lock cylinder. Remove the lock cylinder from the column. Fig. 1: Using the key, turn the ignition lock cylinder to the RUN position, then depress the retaining pin using a wire pin or small drift
   To install:
   
4. Install the lock cylinder by turning it to the RUN position and depressing the retaining pin. Insert the lock cylinder into its housing. Make sure the cylinder is fully seated and aligned in the interlocking washer before turning the key to the OFF position. This will permit the cylinder retaining pin to extend into the cylinder housing.
5. Rotate the lock cylinder using the lock cylinder key, to ensure correct mechanical operation in all positions.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

Non-Functional Lock The following procedure applies to vehicles in which the ignition lock is inoperative and the lock cylinder cannot be rotated due to a lost or broken key, unknown key number or a lock cylinder cap that has been damaged and/or broken to the extent that the lock cylinder cannot be rotated. 1986-90 VEHICLES

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the steering wheel. For details, please refer to the procedure located earlier in this section.
3. Remove the two trim shroud halves after removing the three attaching screws.
4. Disengage the electrical connector from the key warning switch.
5. Using a 1?8 in. (3mm) diameter drill, carefully drill out the retaining pin, being careful not to drill deeper than 1?2 in. (13mm).
6. Place a suitable chisel at the base of the ignition lock cylinder cap, then, using a suitable hammer, strike the chisel with sharp blows to break the cap away from the lock cylinder.
7. Using a 3?8 in. (10mm) diameter drill, carefully drill down the middle of the ignition key slot approximately 1 3?4 in. (44mm) until the lock cylinder breaks loose from its breakaway base. Remove the lock cylinder and drill shavings from the lock cylinder housing.
8. Remove the retainer, washer, ignition switch and actuator. Thoroughly clean all the drill shavings from the casting.
9. Inspect the lock cylinder housing for damage from the removal operation. To install:
   
10. Replace the lock cylinder housing if it was damaged.
11. Install the actuator and ignition switch.
12. Install the trim and electrical parts.
13. Install a new ignition lock cylinder.
14. Install the steering wheel. For details, please refer to the procedure located earlier in this section.
15. Connect the negative battery cable.
16. Check the lock cylinder operation.

1991-95 VEHICLES

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the steering wheel.
3. Using locking pliers, twist the cylinder cap until it separates from the lock cylinder.
4. Using a 3?8 in. (10mm) diameter drill bit, drill down the middle of the ignition lock key slot approximately 1 3?4 in. (44mm) until the lock cylinder releases from its breakaway base. Remove the lock cylinder and drill shavings from the lock cylinder housing.
5. Remove the retainer, washer, ignition switch and actuator. Thoroughly clean all drill shavings and other foreign materials from the casting.
6. Inspect the lock cylinder housing for damage from the removal operation. If the housing is damaged, it must be replaced. To install:
   
7. Replace the lock cylinder housing, if damaged.
8. Install the actuator and ignition switch.
9. Install the trim and electrical parts.
10. Install the ignition lock cylinder.
11. Install the steering wheel.
12. Connect the negative battery cable, then check the lock cylinder operation.

Hi:
The problem is either your ignition switch, or the mechanical linkage connecting it to the lock cylinder. Often there is a small part that can break and cause your switch not to turn. Usually you can remove the electrical switch from the lock cylinder and replace it , but be carefull working in the area around the drivers air bag!

Ignition Lock Cylinder
Ford Taurus/Sable 1986-1995 Repair Information





REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Functional Lock


The following procedure applies to vehicles that have functional lock cylinders. Such cylinders either have a key available or known key numbers from which a key can be made.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
2. Turn the lock cylinder key to the RUN position.
   
3. Using a 1/8 in. (3mm) diameter wire pin or a small drift, depress the lock cylinder retaining pin through the access hole in the upper steering column shroud (under the ignition lock cylinder) while pulling out on the lock cylinder. Remove the lock cylinder from the column.
   

Using the key, turn the ignition lock cylinder to the RUN position, then depress the retaining pin using a wire pin or small drift

To install:

1. Install the lock cylinder by turning it to the RUN position and depressing the retaining pin. Insert the lock cylinder into its housing. Make sure the cylinder is fully seated and aligned in the interlocking washer before turning the key to the OFF position. This will permit the cylinder retaining pin to extend into the cylinder housing.
   
2. Rotate the lock cylinder using the lock cylinder key, to ensure correct mechanical operation in all positions.
   
3. Connect the negative battery cable.
   

Non-Functional Lock
The following procedure applies to vehicles in which the ignition lock is inoperative and the lock cylinder cannot be rotated due to a lost or broken key, unknown key number or a lock cylinder cap that has been damaged and/or broken to the extent that the lock cylinder cannot be rotated.

You need to replace the ignition lock cylinder and/or the ignition switch actuator parts that turn the electrical switch off,on,start when the key is turned, the electrical part of the ignition is remote from the lock cylinder, it is operated by a gears and a rod.